In times of the modern Software Industry, Automation Testing is the way to go. From allowing you to build better apps with less effort to saving enormous time, advanced automation. As you know, the term Automated Testing itself suggests a time and labor-saving technology where minimal human effort is required.

There are quite a few Automated testing tools that will surely help you get your work done efficiently and effectively. These tools are bound to provide a plethora of features without ever compromising on your quality. 

Following are a few of the most used Automated testing tools that you can use-

1. Selenium

Being the best Automated testing tool in today’s times, Selenium always tends to find its way in the conversation. From being well-loved by developers and testers across the world to the varied advantages provided by the tool, you are bound to be in awe. So, without further ado, let us further delve into the features of this tool.

• It has an assortment of tools that serve to cater to different requirements of an organization. The names of the tools are Selenium Webdriver, Selenium Grid, Selenium RC, and Selenium IDE.
• You can also automate the testing across a range of web browsers, like Mozilla, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, amongst others. What’s more, it would also enable you to watch the live, automated tests that are performed right on your desktop screen.    
• Apart from the points mentioned earlier, there are several advantages to using this tool. From Open Source availability and language support to reusability and flexibility, the list is endless.   

2. Ranorex

Kaushal from TechWhoop reports that if you would want supreme testing to be done for your desktop, web, or mobile applications, then look no further. Ranorex Studio offers variant features and much more. Moreover, this is not only an ideal tool for beginners as well but also for the influential wiz-tech automation experts in the field. To sum it all up, Ranorex Studio is the most excellent comprehensive GUI Test automation tool out there in the market. Some of its broad features include-

• Codeless framework: The codeless approach to such a kind of testing makes it a go-to option for beginners.
• Efficiency: In cases of DevOps environments that are demanding in nature and also which require speedy feedback, Ranorex will prove to be the ultimate solution
• Unparalleled Tech Support: Ranorex is renowned for providing broad tech support from an extensive range of environments, settings along with the specifications. From Windows OS 7 through 10 and Windows desktop technologies to even the simpler mobile testing on both Android and IOS and cross-browser testing across all major browsers, you name it. Versatility is the key here.

3. TestComplete

Do you want to switch over to TestComplete for smooth automated testing? Well, to make the transition easy, you will first have to figure out its features and what will work best for you. Therefore, to avoid the unintended hassle, let us look at some of its qualities-

• Excellent Support: Support is one of the key factors when one is thinking of opting for anything, so why should it be any different in cases of choosing the best of automated testing tools? Well, TestComplete has an optimal support system that not only contains forums but also covers a wide array of documentation and even videos that describe its usage.
• Built-in test samples: Unlike other automated test tools, TestComplete has the best of built-in test samples that would help the users to get started without any difficulty. Some of the examples include individual dialogs and wizards that would help automate commands in a much more efficient and effective way, thus saving time as well. So, now with the rise of such sophisticated tools, a little bit of free time in the day won’t hurt!
• Supporting varied Programming languages: The system is such a flexible one that it even allows users to access applications across any platform. What’s more, it supports seven different varied Programming languages like C#, Javascript, Python, C+, amongst others.

• HP-UFT (QTP)

Formerly known as QTP, HP QuickTest Professional was recently renamed to HPE Unified Functional Testing. It offers both functional as well as regression testing for any software.

• Diverse Platforms: From Web, Desktop, Net, and Java to Mobile, Powerbuilder, and several other applications, QTP is known to cover various platforms.
• Handling Errors: As the tool is very forcefully amalgamated with Test management tools such as HP ALM and also Performance Testing Tool such as HP Loadrunner, you can be sure to sit back and relax as there is bound to be no scope of errors.       

5. Watir

Quite interesting as the name may sound, Watir is pronounced as “Water.” However, as the name may suggest otherwise, it is indeed a potent tool.

• No language barrier: Although the scripting language is Ruby, very interestingly, when it comes to automating web apps, it can surprisingly automate in any given language.
• Compatibility:  Watir is compatible with mainly business development tools like Cucumber, Test/Unit, etc.
• Human-like automation powers: Just like the way people use browsers, similarly, Watir also clicks links, presses buttons, and also fills in forms. Now tell us, you wouldn’t want a powerful automation tool like Watir!

 Each project can only have so much time, effort, resources, and money. Hence, if you feel that you are unable to implement any automated testing solution for your enterprise, you do not need to fret anymore. All the answers, as mentioned earlier, can help standardize your business, and what’s more, the automated testing tools are sure to be worth every penny of yours.